What is the dismissal rate for Burglary in Kings County?

The dismissal rate is 63.6%, based on 6023 cases from public court records. This includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice.

How long does a Burglary case take in Kings County?

The average case takes 6.4 months from arraignment to disposition. Duration depends on factors specific to each case including whether bail is set and plea negotiations.

How do outcomes vary by charge class for Burglary in Kings County?

Outcomes vary by charge class. D Felony: 63.7% dismissal rate (3672 cases). C Felony: 62.3% dismissal rate (1890 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns.

Burglary in Kings County, NY — 63.6% Dismissed

Q: What are the case outcomes for Burglary in Kings County?

Based on 6023 cases in Kings County, 63.6% are dismissed, 36.2% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.4 months. Individual outcomes depend on the specific facts of each case.

Q: What is the conviction rate for Burglary in Kings County?

The conviction rate for Burglary in Kings County is 36.2%, based on 6023 cases from public court records. This includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial.

Q: How often are Burglary charges reduced in Kings County?

81.2% of Burglary cases in Kings County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Q: How does Kings County compare to other counties for Burglary?

Kings County has a 63.6% dismissal rate for Burglary. Visit the Burglary overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all New York counties.

Burglary cases in Kings County are dismissed at a dramatically higher rate than the statewide average, with a 63.6% dismissal rate compared to 13.6% statewide—a gap of 50 percentage points. This means prosecutors drop charges in the vast majority of burglary cases filed in this county, resulting in only 36.2% convictions and no acquittals. Over the past six years, dismissal rates have trended upward, increasing from 58.3% to 64.0%, suggesting cases are being resolved in defendants' favor more frequently over time. The median time to case resolution is about six months.

Among cases that proceed, charge reductions are nearly universal—81.2% of defendants see their burglary charge reduced to a lesser offense. Disorderly Conduct is the most common reduction, accounting for 47.5% of all reductions, followed by Petit Larceny at 34.9%. When convictions do occur, sentences are split between jail and prison terms, with 22.4% receiving time-served credit and 21.6% sentenced to jail. Most defendants are released pretrial on their own recognizance (38.4%), though 28.7% have bail set with a median amount of $5,000.

Dismissal rate includes judicial dismissals and cases dismissed in the interest of justice. Conviction rate includes guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial. Avg duration measures arraignment to final disposition. Data sourced from New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data. Last updated: March 2026

63.6%

Dismissal Rate

36.2%

Conviction Rate

6.4 months

Avg Duration

Case Outcomes

63.6%

36.2%

Dismissed 63.6% Convicted 36.2% Acquitted 0.0%

Source: 6,023 public court records, Kings County Courts — NewYorkCourtFile.com

Outcomes by Charge Class

How outcomes differ by felony and misdemeanor classification for Burglary in Kings County.

Charge Class	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
D Felony	3,672	63.7%	36.2%
C Felony	1,890	62.3%	37.5%
E Felony	308	69.6%	30.4%
B Felony	153	64.9%	33.1%

Charge class reflects the severity classification at arrest (e.g., A Felony is the most serious, B Misdemeanor the least). Outcomes vary by class due to differing prosecutorial priorities, plea bargaining patterns, and case complexity. Source: New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data.

Year-Over-Year Trends

How Burglary outcomes in Kings County have changed over time.

Year	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
2019	851	58.3%	41.5%
2020	986	59.6%	40.1%
2021	904	73.1%	26.7%
2022	1,173	65.4%	34.4%
2023	1,069	61.4%	38.5%
2024	1,036	64.0%	36.0%

Year reflects arrest year from DCJS Pretrial Release Data. Case volumes may vary as more recent cases may still be pending disposition.

Pretrial Release

How defendants charged with Burglary in Kings County are handled at arraignment.

38.4%

Released on Recognizance (ROR)

28.7%

Bail Set

0.4%

Remanded

$5,000

Median Bail Amount

Pretrial release data reflects arraignment outcomes under New York's bail reform laws. ROR = Released on Own Recognizance. Bail Set = cash bail or bond required. Remanded = held without bail.

Charge Reductions

81.2% of Burglary cases
in Kings County are reduced

Defendants were convicted on a lesser charge than their original arrest charge.

Most common reductions

Burglary Disorderly Conduct

673 cases (44.5%)

Burglary Petit Larceny

494 cases (32.7%)

Burglary Criminal Trespass

249 cases (16.5%)

Burglary Other

49 cases (3.2%)

Burglary Criminal Possession of Stolen Property

48 cases (3.2%)

Sentencing When Convicted

Breakdown of sentencing outcomes for Burglary convictions in Kings County.

21.6%

Jail

2.4%

Probation

16.6%

State Prison

0.1%

Fine Only

22.4%

Time Served

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Outcomes by Demographics

Case outcome rates by race for Burglary in Kings County. These statistics reflect systemic patterns and structural factors in the criminal justice system, not individual behavior.

Race	Cases	Dismissal Rate	Conviction Rate
Black	3,248	67.5%	32.2%
Hispanic	1,683	57.4%	42.6%
White	916	60.1%	39.8%
Asian	144	70.5%	28.8%
Native American	10	80.0%	20.0%

Disparities in case outcomes reflect well-documented systemic factors including policing patterns, socioeconomic inequality, and structural bias in the criminal justice system. These statistics should not be used to draw conclusions about any individual or group. Data sourced from DCJS Pretrial Release Data.

Common Questions

Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice. Past outcomes do not predict future results. Consult a licensed attorney for guidance on your case.

Based on 6,023 cases in Kings County, 63.6% are dismissed, 36.2% result in conviction, and 0.0% end in acquittal. The average case takes 6.4 months from arraignment to resolution. Outcomes vary based on the specifics of each case.

The dismissal rate for Burglary in Kings County is 63.6%, based on 6,023 cases from public court records. This includes cases dismissed by the court and dismissals in the interest of justice.

The average Burglary case in Kings County takes 6.4 months. Duration depends on factors like whether the case goes to trial, plea negotiations, and court scheduling.

38.4% of defendants are released on their own recognizance (ROR), 28.7% have bail set, and 0.4% are remanded without bail. The median bail amount when set is $5,000. Pretrial release decisions are governed by New York's bail reform laws.

The conviction rate for Burglary in Kings County is 36.2%, based on 6,023 cases from public court records. This includes both guilty pleas and findings of guilt at trial. For guidance on your specific situation, consult a licensed New York attorney.

81.2% of Burglary cases in Kings County result in conviction on a lesser charge. The most common reduction is to Disorderly Conduct.

Kings County has a 63.6% dismissal rate for Burglary cases. Outcomes can vary significantly across New York counties. View our Burglary overview page to compare dismissal rates, conviction rates, and case timelines across all counties.

For those convicted of Burglary in Kings County, 21.6% receive a jail sentence, 2.4% receive probation, and 16.6% are sentenced to state prison. Actual sentences depend on the specifics of each case. Consult a licensed attorney for guidance on your situation.

Outcomes vary by charge class. D Felony: 63.7% dismissal rate, 36.2% conviction rate (3,672 cases). C Felony: 62.3% dismissal rate, 37.5% conviction rate (1,890 cases). E Felony: 69.6% dismissal rate, 30.4% conviction rate (308 cases). Higher severity classes generally have different dismissal and conviction patterns due to prosecutorial priorities and plea bargaining dynamics.

Data source: New York DCJS Pretrial Release Data. 6,023 cases analyzed for Burglary in Kings County. Last updated March 2026. — NewYorkCourtFile.com